Rated 5 out of
5
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Anonymous from
Covers most bases
A great lightweight layer. Easy to put in a top tube bag or jersey pocket. Keeps the wind and rain out when needed. Sleeve holes do sometimes flap and speed, but I'm happy to put up with it for the more relaxed fit
Date published: 2022-08-13
Rated 4 out of
5
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Sebestyen from
Packs small, weights nothing (55g)
Extremely small when packed which is the main reason I purchased this item. First ordered my normal Rapha "M" but had to exchange for "S" which is decent fit but at high speeds the shoulders flap.
Date published: 2021-06-22
Rated 4 out of
5
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Patrick_Z from
Good, needs double zip.
It is what is supposed to be. Fits well, protects from wind & keeps the chill off, packable & lite.
Only thing it needs is a double zip to get things outta back pockets on bike.
Date published: 2022-12-18
Rated 4 out of
5
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PTC200 from
Expensive but worth it
Excellent lightweight rain gullet, fits in pocket folded up and useful zip pocket at front/side when worn
Date published: 2021-07-13
Rated 5 out of
5
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cekincer from
Great
Great jacket, light weight. I love the raised collar to keep neck warm during a bit of chill outside.
Date published: 2021-11-19
Rated 1 out of
5
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TimH123233 from
Too noisey
Wind noise is very annoying. The fit is tight and comfortable but the noise is just ridiculous.
Date published: 2021-06-07
Rated 3 out of
5
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Cjtnyc from
Nice fit but flaps noisily
I have the same feedback as many others. I wish I had read their reviews first. Something is off with the fit and it flaps loudly even at very low speeds. I have lots of Rapha stuff. I always by size large like this one. The gilet feels very comfortable and is super light weight and wind proof, so works well as intended but the flapping noise and vibration mean that it will likely sit at the bottom of my drawer unused.
Date published: 2023-04-03
Rated 4 out of
5
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MDanser from
Might consider ordering a size smaller
This is my first gilet, so I probably didn’t really know what to expect. It fits a little loose, so it catches the wind when you ride and the shoulders billowed up and buffeted around my head. I realized after my ride that it has draw strings at the bottom, that may help with that. It does keep the cold wind off your core well and rolls up really tight so you can stuff it into your jersey pocket.
Date published: 2021-11-01
Rated 2 out of
5
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Chris Wragg from
Gillet
Great looking and great my quality but bought XL as normal sizing is far to big and I needed the product to leave for 8 days riding so had to take and now stuck with a very relaxed fit
Date published: 2021-11-06
Rated 2 out of
5
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Jaap van der Meer from
Disappointing quality, feels like a fake
Not your typical Rapha quality. I’m a fan of Rapha’s high standards but this one is below to what I’m used to. Feels like cheap plastic, also quite wide and noisy in the wind.
Date published: 2021-10-25
Rated 3 out of
5
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Gerard Dacles from
Loose but still nice
It packs really small. The only drawback is the loose fit and the length. Its better to size down for a relaxed but snug fit. Material and quality as always, still the best.
Date published: 2021-06-10
Rated 5 out of
5
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VGARRA from
Extremely light & Packable
i wear all Rapha jersey's size (L) core and pro lines intentionally. Knowing this Gilet is explorer line i ordered (M). 6'1 190lbs and its perfect. no back pockets, but its quit easy to access your Jersey underneath. extremely packable. Gilet best suited for spring, early fall...then move on to the Insulated Pro Gilet.
Date published: 2021-12-20
Rated 2 out of
5
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Kimmee from
Wind vest only
Sizing is slightly relaxed, good for wind and possibly mud. Definitely not waterproof, gets wet straight away. Very packable if you’re looking for something super small and wind specific only this might work for you? If I’m taking a gilet I still want some protection from the rain so probably won’t use this much.
Date published: 2023-05-02
Rated 5 out of
5
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Brian McGloin from
So nicely made and designed that it's boring
Rapha Men's Explore Lightweight Gilet is a high quality gilet (or vest, as we say here). It fits well over a base layer or lighter mid layer and jams into nothing when I don't need it. It's one of those things that's so well made that it's sort of boring — it just works and fits well.
Date published: 2024-02-01
Rated 4 out of
5
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Anonymous from
Nice packable Gilet
Nice lightweight Gilet. It packs nicely and offers good wind blocking without too much weight or warmth. The downsides of this Gilet are no back pockets, and the arm openings tend to flap in the wind at higher speeds. A light elastic at the arm would be great.
Date published: 2021-11-18
Rated 5 out of
5
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ceeBoya from
Goodlooking, packable, and exceeded expectations.
Love this, always carry this in my comuter laptop bag. Saved my from wet and cold more times than I can count on my 1 hour ride to and from work. Goodlooking, Lightweight, packable, and completely thoughtthrue, exceeded my expectations. Impressive Rapha!
Date published: 2021-07-15
Rated 2 out of
5
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scaklaus from
Not enough details about teh sizes
I order a size L as i usually do with Rapha products but the gilet is very large. I don’t want lose my time with shipping back and I keep it? but I’m not satisfy about the fact that Rapha do not explain the different sizes on the article description.
Date published: 2021-08-11
Rated 5 out of
5
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Nomi from
Incredibly light!
This vest is so light, the material is amazing. It protects you from the wind and even bit of rain. I ordered a male vest because the colours of female vests are not my favourites. The fits is therefore longer in the torso but I don’t mind it.
Date published: 2021-07-29
Rated 2 out of
5
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Delicate Jersey from
Material and size
The gilet is not well sized, I'm usually size L but in this product I'm M so I have to changed and wait to receive the product again. The rest of the product is very expensive for the material that is made.
Date published: 2021-08-12
Rated 4 out of
5
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Bully68 from
Neat, decent looking & does the job.
I’m an athletic build 5’8 tall, 30’waist & 39’ chest & this even in a small is pretty baggy around the waist, which is a shame as it looks good & packs down really well for being stored in back pocket.
Date published: 2023-08-25
Rated 5 out of
5
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Dave Mac63 from
lightweight, compact
Thin so small so easy to pack. Surprisingly effective at keeping heat in but can gather moisture underneath. Use it daily in afternoon over my merino base layer. Highly recommended. Love it
Date published: 2023-05-29
Rated 5 out of
5
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Gazwa from
Awesome Gilet
Awesome bit of kit. Packs up really small, and works well at keeping the wind out on those chilly mornings. It’s my go to gilet now, every cyclist needs one of these. Sizes correctly for me.
Date published: 2022-10-29
Rated 5 out of
5
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Elliott Harbottle from
Lighthweight Gillet
Only worn once but for 6hrs. First time with a Gillet for me and it was great. Lightweight, minimum size when packed yet allowed me to be in short sleeves in Scotland in March.
Date published: 2023-03-31
Rated 5 out of
5
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Ads L from
Usual Rapha quality
Good, light weight, no frills gilet. It’s is expensive for what it is but as with most Rapha kit is very good quality and will likely last a long time. Colour is great in green.
Date published: 2023-07-04
Rated 4 out of
5
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Daniel Markwig from
Great backup gilet!
Light, extremely portable, wind proof, reasonably water tight. What’s not to love? Maybe not the most stylish of choices, but a great life saver when it gets chill or wet!
Date published: 2021-06-25
Rated 5 out of
5
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Gualter from
Lightweight and windblocker. A perfect buy!
It's my first gilet and I am surprised with it's weight and comfort. It cuts the wind very well while keeping you light and free. High quality product.
Date published: 2021-08-22
Rated 5 out of
5
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jahzed1 from
Nice Lightweight Gilet
This is a really nice gilet for cool weather rides. It is super lightweight and folds up and fits nicely in a back pocket when it’s no longer needed.
Date published: 2023-09-06
Rated 5 out of
5
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BMC YVR Guy from
Great light weight packable gilet
Great light weight packable gilet. Colour is great also, I just wish it had a small zip pocket in the front for your phone though.
Date published: 2021-07-21
Rated 2 out of
5
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Anonymous from
Gilets need pockets or double zipper
The Gilet doesn't have pockets or a double zipper, which makes it difficult to use if you carry food in your jersey pockets.
Date published: 2021-07-27
Rated 3 out of
5
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Phewitt from
Explore Gilet
Good packable spring layer for those days when its not too cold but not hot enough for just a jersey. Packs away very small.
Date published: 2023-04-02